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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1953
Page
4
Local Winchester newspaper details edition, staff and AP affiliation. Subscription rates listed for mail and carrier delivery, with prices and offices in Winchester Frederick and Clarke counties.
A reflective meditation on life as a miracle beyond understanding urging gratitude for gifts and not to wait to lose them. The excerpt contrasts chance and evil with the abundance of blessings to cherish while living.
The annual Actors Equity Association report shows 84 percent of its 6000 members unemployed in 1952. Average stage income was 825 dollars with about ten weeks of work. only one in six employed for six months. A quarter earned less than 335 dollars as productions struggle to recoup costs. Yet youth dream of stage careers and Hollywood appeal remains undiminished.
Dr. Mossadegh pushes a decree curbing foreign diplomatic missions to a single term in Iran. Fatemi cites officials who meddle in internal affairs, arguing the measure prevents repeated interference and reduces tensions with Tehran.
The 1952 Virginia highway death total fell from 999 to about 951 as stricter motor vehicle laws were publicized. Enforcement by judges did not match expectations, yet engineers and police credited the drop to harsher penalties.
The report notes a pressure aimed at pleasing Dr. Mossadegh and discusses price trends. Commodity prices are 12 percent below a year ago and 24 percent below postwar peaks, with farm commodities down about 15 percent.
News notes list C M Rosenberger elected chairman of Clarke County Board of Supervisors. John M Fishpan reelected president of Clarke County Board of Supervisors. R M Godsey named County Agent. Clifton Price reelected chairman. Social items record Mrs Alvin Shade hosting a supper for friends and Mrs Holmes Grimm hosting the 600 club. Leora Bell and Sue Ann Coverstone ill at Cork Street home of Mr and Mrs Allen Coverstone.
Jense Oakes holds a champion title as Kiwanis Club attender with a 780 measure of consecutive meetings without an absence based on 52 meetings per year. Mrs George Grove announced the birth of a child withairs. Grove is a former...
Twenty five years ago Fred. W. Forney was reelected captain of the Friendship Fire Company. Mrs. Arthur Shull hosted the Loyal Gleaners Society of the Church of Christ. Miss Okla Devers entertained at Shawnee Inn for many friends.
Fifty five years ago the body of Edward Robinson, colored, entombed in a Clarke County well for a week, was recovered. Mrs. W. F. Braithwaite, Cross Junction resident, underwent surgery by Dr. W. P. McGuire with Drs. William Bell and Alfred M. Henkel assisting. Postmaster Charles H. Hardy traveled to Washington to discuss free city mail delivery with officials.
Washington Justice Tom Clark is expected to appear before the Chelf Committee to discuss his role in the 1946 Kansas City election scandals and his sponsorship of Theron Caudle for Assistant Attorney General. Clark’s allies say he followed standard procedure, while FBI involvement and White House actions drew criticism.
Report covers 24 hour rainfall ending 7 a m with year to date totals 0.22 and 0.28 for 1953. It lists average monthly rainfall over 40 years with values for each month from January to December including 2.48 for January and 3.95 for June.
The article explains how potassium supports nearly all body cells and how deficiency or excess causes weakness swelling and cramps. It notes historical fears of giving potassium but now supports oral and injectable treatments after operations and outlines risks of potassium poisoning. It also includes a medical Q and A about preventing boils and recurrences with professional exam and possible immunization.
A reader quiz tests memory with ten questions on world events and figures. Questions cover Libya’s state status, Truman and Union of Soviet Russia, Gone With the Wind heroine, squirrel behavior, Prince Edward Island, John Adams Audubon, the 1929 stock crash, and Mau Mau activity in Africa.
The article argues that Christians should rejoice always as a duty while still acknowledging sorrow. It contrasts Jesus wept with Rejoice evermore and notes the believer’s life rests on confidence, patience, and trust beneath life’s waves. The eternal God is described as a refuge and everlasting arms.
David gracefully glides to Joy Street as onlookers praise his skating. A nearby observer comments on his many talents and hints at joining him for a move, inviting more discussion about the plan and the possible rhythm of their performance.
Frances Parkinson Keyes narrative excerpt shows a farewell scene as a character wakes in semi dark room and shares a kiss before departure. The scene mentions a stubborn ankle and a planned return to Boston amid blustery weather and sleigh bells outside.
Since 1947 navies rarely sailed Cape Horn. On June 29, 1952 a three ship convoy rounded the horn for the first time in five years, led by the carrier USS Sea Robin and including the USS Oriskany escorted by destroyers USS William C. Lawe and USS Power.
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